Which fruits and vegetables might be most important for heart health?

Part of the problem, the researchers said, is that not all fruits and vegetables carry as many flavanols as others. That means some are more effective at helping you reach your heart health goals. 

According to the researchers’ investigations, the fruits and legumes (and tea) highest in flavanols were: 

Plums (500g) – 450mg flavanols, or almost your daily recommendation, 

Cranberries (250g) – 300mg flavanols, 

Blackberries (200g) – 250mg flavanols, 

Green tea (250ml) – 200mg flavanols, 

Broad beans (80g) – 140mg flavanols,

Cherries (400g) – 130mg flavanols, 

Apple (one medium, skin on) – 110mg flavanols,

Strawberries (200g) – 90mg flavanols, 

Blueberries (150g punnet) – 80mg flavanols,

Pinto beans (two tablespoons) – 70mg flavanols.